We haven’t located much reliable information about this artist. Her known works include a 1932 painting of the East River and an undated gouache entitled “View of Beach.” 5 works at National Gallery, which were created for the Index of American Design. 4 more images as “Neva Caffey” at FAP.
Coffey's painting is very busy and has a lot of movement going on within it: sweeping, shoveling, sledding, throwing snowballs, and simply talking. Thirty-one distinct individuals, each in motion, give the scene great vitality despite a “Store to Let” sign acknowledging the Great Depression. Another sign advertises “Sobol Bros” and their SOCONY gas station. The painting features many bright colors, particularly reds and greens, which can be seen both on the buildings and on the clothing that people are wearing.
